Matt Schaub's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: American Football

Matt Schaub's Sports Injuries Table

Type Area Date Consequences Content How It Happened Recovery Duration Rehabilitation Details Impact On Career Psychological Impact Previous Injuries Return To Competition Severity Treatment Medical Staff Long Term Impact Preventive Measures Competition Missed Initial Symptoms Re Injury Risk Support System Rehabilitation Location
Ankle Injuries Left Ankle 2011-11-12 Missed the rest of the season. Matt Schaub suffered a left ankle injury during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The injury was severe enough to sideline him for the remainder of the 2011 season. Injured during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Several months Surgery followed by extensive physical therapy. Significant; missed the rest of the season and required surgery. Possible concern about long-term career prospects. No prior reported ankle injuries. Returned the following season. Severe Surgical intervention and physical therapy. Team physicians, surgeons, and physical therapists. Potential for lingering issues, though he returned to play. Strengthening exercises and possibly improved ankle support. Rest of the 2011 season. Severe pain and inability to bear weight on the left ankle. High, given the severity and nature of the injury. Team support, family, medical staff, and rehabilitation specialists. Team facilities and specialized rehabilitation centers.
Foot Injuries Right Foot 2013-10-12 Missed several games. Matt Schaub sustained a right foot injury during a game against the St. Louis Rams. This injury caused him to miss multiple games in the 2013 season. Injured during a game against the St. Louis Rams. 4-6 weeks Rest and physical therapy. Short-term impact; returned to play later in the season. Potentially increased caution during play. None reported on the same foot before this incident. Returned later in the 2013 season. Moderate Rest, physical therapy, and pain management. Team physicians and physical therapists. No significant long-term impact reported. Strengthening exercises and proper footwear. Several games in the 2013 season. Pain and swelling in the right foot. Moderate, depending on the level of recovery and c Team support, family, and medical staff. Team facilities and specialized clinics.
Shoulder Injuries Right Shoulder 2007-09-29 Missed several games. Matt Schaub suffered a right shoulder injury during a game against the Atlanta Falcons. He was sacked and landed awkwardly on his shoulder. This injury caused him to miss multiple games in the 2007 season. Sustained during a game against the Atlanta Falcons while being sacked. 4-6 weeks Physical therapy and rest. Short-term impact; returned to play later in the season. Potentially increased awareness of injury risks. None reported on the same shoulder before this incident. Yes, he returned to play later in the season. Moderate Physical therapy, rest, and pain management. Team physicians and physical therapists. No significant long-term impact reported. Strengthening exercises and better protective gear. Several games in the 2007 season. Pain and limited mobility in the right shoulder. Moderate, given the nature of the position and pla Team support, family, and medical staff. Team facilities and specialized clinics.

Matt Schaub's Sports Injuries Videos

Matt Schaub Gets Helmet Knocked Off on Huge Hit (Texans vs. Broncos, 2012)

First down at the 36. Number 31, Joe Mays, clobbered the quarterback, causing the Texans to become irate, with half the team standing on the field. We've seen a couple of roughing the passer calls today, and Matt Schaub has hung in there. TJ Yates is warming up on the Houston sideline. Schaub is bleeding from his left ear after hits from Von Miller and Joe Mays on back-to-back plays.
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Matt Schaub Loses Part of Ear in Hit by Joe Mays HD

Matt Schaub of the Houston Texans gets hit in the helmet by Joe Mays of the Denver Broncos, resulting in a roughing the passer penalty. Schaub had to leave for a play but stated he felt fine despite losing a piece of his helmet and bleeding.
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